Propylparaben, the n-propyl ester of p-hydroxybenzoic acid, occurs as a natural substance found in many plants and some insects, although it is manufactured synthetically for use in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals and foods. It is a preservative typically found in many water-based cosmetics, such as creams, lotions, shampoos and bath products. As a food additive, it has the E number E216.
ITEM | SPECIFICATIONS |
Characters | White crystalline powder |
Purity (on dry base) % | 98.0-102.0 |
Acidity (PH) | 4.0-7.0 |
Melting point (°C) | 96-99 |
Sulfate (SO42-) | =<300 ppm |
Residue on Ignition (%) | =<0.10 |
Completeness of solution | Clear and transparent |
Organic volatile impurities | =<0.5 |
Loss on Drying (%) | =<0.5 |